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Thomas Hardy
Novelist and poet, discussed for his use of fate and character in tragic plots.
minor
Also known as Hardy
First appearance: ii the story
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- Protagonist
- Comic psychology and egoism
- Psychological depth and prophetic vision
- Realism, depth, and narrative pattern
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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